Tremont, MS

Mississippi

Tremont is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 317. Residents earn $41,563 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
317 Population 65/sq mi density
$41,563 Median Income $22,051 per capita
$90,000 Home Value $136,293 Zillow
$825 Median Rent 18.3% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$41,563 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value, $825/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,563
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.9%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.0%
11% lower than US avg

How Tremont Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population317
Median Age38.6 yrs
Density65/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,563
Per Capita$22,051
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty11.0%
County GDP$733M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$136,293
Housing Units151
Rent Burden18.3%

Health

Obesity36.3%
Uninsured10.3%
Smoking16.9%
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain61.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation347 ft (106 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.9%
High School+70.3%
Graduate+5.5%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 90% / D 10%
Commute29 min
Broadband85.6%
Libraries1

Is Tremont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tremont receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Tremont offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tremont is $41,563, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 11.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tremont is $90,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Tremont enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 61.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Tremont has a population of 317 with a density of 65 people per square mile. The median age is 38.6 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.4%).

Population

317
Total Population
65
People / sq mi
38.6yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
4.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Tremont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tremont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tremont is $41,563, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Tremont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,563
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,051
Avg Weekly Wage$820
IRS Avg AGI$57,332

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.0%
11% below US avg
Establishments (County)406
County GDP$733M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare37
Retail78
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,111
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Tremont is $90,000, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $136,293.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$136,293

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% below US avg
Rent Burden18.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$751
1 Bedroom$782
2 Bedrooms$924
3 Bedrooms$1,177
4 Bedrooms$1,295

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.2%
Housing Units151
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,111
11% below US avg
Effective Rate3.46%
In Tremont, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 22.7% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Tremont vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure36.2%
Asthma9.7%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep30.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.9%
Uninsured10.3%
20% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.5%
Dental Visits12.5%
Premature Death10,759/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access39.4%
Healthcare Facilities37
Tremont has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.5 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.6°F
12% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.5 inches
62% above US avg
Snowfall1.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation347 ft (106 m)
Area4.9 sq mi (12.7 km²)
Population Density65/sq mi
Coordinates34.2337°N, 88.2489°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 80-point margin. 85.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 89.7%
D 9.7%

Winner: Republican by 80 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.9%
62% below US avg
High School+70.3%
Graduate Degree+5.5%
School Test Score4.42
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density65/sq mi
Total Area4.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.6%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants39
Retail Stores78

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.4 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.8%

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